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De Heinrico (>1100)
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Maere and Novellas

De Heinrico (>1100)
Braune, W., Helm, K. (ed.): Althochdeutsches Lesebuch. 17th ed., Tübingen 1994. Nr. XXXIX

DeHe-1:   A messenger announces the arrival of Duke Heinrich of Bavaria to the emperor Otto, who welcomes him. They hear mass. In presence of his council the emperor assigns to him everything but royal dignity. From this time on, Heinrich is the faithful and just counselor of Otto.
Motif References:

P 14.15.1 (Old, wise) Counsellors of court [King’s council]
P 110 Royal ministers